Good Samaritan in Peterborough turns in satchel containing thousands of dollars: police
The Peterborough Police Service say on Saturday, a resident located a satchel in a parking lot in the area of Lansdowne and Park streets. The bag contained cash and ID.
Canada
Apr 3
Hockey billet parent in Ontario faces sex-related charges involving youth: report
The Peterborough Police Service say in early February, an investigation was launched which led to the arrest of a woman last month. The Petes of the OHL aren't commenting.
Crime
Mar 4
Wounded Warriors to offer mental health supports for Peterborough Police Service
Wounded Warriors Canada currently works with more than 100 police services across Canada, offering mental health supports and services to staff, officers and their families.
Health
Jan 29
Peterborough man arrested for ‘indecent act’ in front of businesses: police
Officers responded to a report of a man exposing himself and masturbating near businesses while in a parking lot in the area of Townsend Street and George St. North.
Crime
Apr 16
Arrest made in death of cat shot with arrow south of Peterborough: police
Peterborough police say a cat shot by an arrow was found injured in the driveway of a home near Millbrook. The animal had to be euthanized as a result of its injuries.
Crime
Apr 9
Peterborough police seize replica handgun, arrest 2 after fight at park
Officers responded to a fight at King Edward Park in which a landlord was assaulted by a man and a woman.
Crime
Apr 17
Suspect uses movie prop money to buy item in Peterborough: police
Police say a woman received a fake $50 bill after completing a buy-and-sell transaction. It was determined the bill was prop money used in movies.
Crime
Apr 5
Peterborough taxi driver threatened by man armed with brass knuckles, knife: police
A taxi driver reported that as he helped a male passenger get out of the vehicle, the man brandished brass knuckles with a knife attached and uttered threats.
Crime
Apr 15
Tools stolen in Trent University carpentry shop break-ins: Peterborough police
Police say the estimated value of the items taken following two theft incidents over the past month is more than $5,000.
Crime
Apr 4
Peterborough north-end gas station robbed at knifepoint
A gas station store clerk reports a man brandished a knife and demanded more money as the clerk was providing him change from a purchase. The suspect fled with nearly $30.
Crime
Apr 8
Peterborough police use stun gun to arrest armed robbery suspect
Police were told a man with a covered face entered the store while brandishing a pair of scissors. The suspect first threatened a customer and then the clerk.
Crime
Apr 16
Victim ‘jumped,’ assaulted during sale of clothing in Peterborough: police
Police say the victim reported he was jumped by several individuals while meeting up to sell clothing. The victim was injured and $500 worth of clothing was stolen on Friday night.
Crime
Apr 8
Peterborough police officer makes gunpoint arrest of man with loaded handgun
Police say an officer approached a man who had fallen and saw he was trying to conceal a firearm. The man refused to listen to the officer's demands, prompting a gunpoint arrest.
Crime
Apr 9
One City Peterborough defends ‘discreet area’ at drop-in centre for drug use
One City Peterborough says it has an area at the Trinity Community Centre where it allows individuals to use drugs, but says overdoses have declined in the last several months.
Health
Apr 11
Peterborough Police Association new 5-year contract includes annual wage increases
The new five-year collective agreement include wage increases each year. The Peterborough Police Association says the contract is 'reflective of parity' with other police services.
Economy
Mar 5
Cat dies after being shot with arrow south of Peterborough: police
A pet owner in Cavan-Monaghan Township reported their cat had been shot with an arrow. The feline later had to be euthanized due to its injuries.
Crime
Mar 25
Peterborough police drone tracks ‘erratic’ vehicle with prohibited driver
Police determined he driver was currently bound by a three-year driving prohibition order and a probation order to keep the peace and be of good behaviour.
Crime
Apr 2
Northumberland County begins review of policing services
The Town of Cobourg says it has passed motions to preclude it from participating in a review of policing services throughout Northumberland County.
Canada
Apr 22
1 airlifted after Lakefield Road head-on collision in Peterborough
Around 2 a.m. Sunday, emergency crews responded to a reported head-on collision involving a car and a pickup truck along Lakefield Road north of Woodland Drive.
Traffic
Mar 25
Peterborough police seek suspects in distraction thefts at north end businesses
Peterborough police say in one incident, a man and a woman approached a senior at a business, engaged in a short conversation, and then stole the woman's wallet from her purse.
Crime
Apr 2